Full-Time Nurse Director

About the Role

The Director of Nursing (RN) oversees the entire Nursing Department in a skilled nursing facility, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local standards to provide high-quality resident care. This role involves organizing, developing, and directing nursing operations, including staffing, education, infection prevention, and wound management.

This role fosters a collaborative environment committed to providing exceptional resident care and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate nursing personnel, ensuring adherence to safety and practice standards.
• Coordinate specialized programs such as Infection Control and Wound Care.
• Assist in developing individualized care plans in collaboration with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• In emergency situations, may assume unit manager or charge nurse duties.
• Provide training and ongoing education for nursing staff, addressing re-education needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards, and quality care delivery.
• Manage Nursing Department operations and staff.
• Lead staff training and development.
• Support emergency and clinical responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Current NY RN license in good standing.
• BSN preferred or minimum five years of supervisory experience.
• Supervisory experience in long-term or skilled nursing settings preferred.
• Wound Care Certification and SigmaCare experience a plus.

Skills

• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt.
• Ability to work well with residents, families, and multidisciplinary teams.